FRIEDHATS - Kimatu AA | Kenya - Washed - SL28, SL34, Ruiru11, Batian

Many of our favorite Kenyan coffees come from Kirinyaga, a region known for producing great coffee due to the high altitude and fertile volcanic soils. The farmers bringing their cherry to the Kimatu factory are growing a mix of Batian, Ruiru 11, SL28, and SL34 varietals. For long time coffee drinkers, SL28 & SL34 are recognizable as staples of Kenyan cultivation, introduced nearly a century ago to grow coffee in areas lacking the spare water typically required to grow coffee trees.

Batian and Ruiru are both newer varieties, introduced in the 2010s to diversify the coffee crop, strengthening the resilience of both the tree and its fruit. In this blend of classic and current, we find ourselves with a harmonious and delicious cup. You can expect a juicy profile with notes of Candied Orange Peel, Rhubarb and Apricot.